Speakers Bureau

One way that DEED extends research and analysis is through public presentations by our labor market analysts and workforce economists.

Our experts deliver more than 100 seminars, panel presentations, breakout sessions, briefings and training events a year. They address local Workforce Investment Board meetings, classes at local colleges and libraries, meetings of regional human resource professional groups, regional economic summits, local chamber of commerce events, and conferences convened by employment counselor associations, workforce development agencies and regional foundations.

DEED typically provides speakers free of charge for events that are open to the public or organized by partners in Minnesota's workforce development and education systems. A fee may be assessed to present at closed events and for-profit events. To schedule a speaker, contact the experts below at 651-259-7384 or toll-free at 888-234-1114.

For availability of speakers on other labor market, economic and demographic topics, contact Debbie Morrison at Debbie.Morrison@state.mn.us or 651-259-7406.

Find an expert
	Oriane Casale *LMI Assistant Director* Economic and workforce trends, Minnesota's energy industry, employee benefits, career information
	Nate Dorr *Regional Analyst –Northwestern Minnesota* Greater Minnesota economy and job market, business location factors, industry trends, workforce availability, hiring demand, workforce development, nonprofit organizations, economic impact analysis
	Rachel Vilsack *Regional Analyst – Twin Cities* Twin Cities economy, job vacancy survey, current hiring demand across occupations and industries, tribal casinos, health care worker shortages
	Cameron Macht *Regional Analyst –Central and Southwestern Minnesota* Greater Minnesota economy and job market, industry trends, workforce availability, hiring demand, economic development, company-sponsored training
	Jennifer Ridgeway *Regional Analyst –Southeastern and South Central Minnesota* Greater Minnesota economy and job market, industry trends, workforce availability, hiring demand, labor economics, human resources, employee benefits survey
	Dave Senf **Senior Research Specialist –Projections** Long-term occupational and industry employment projections, short-term employment forecasts, forecasting methods, economic cycles and recessions
	Kyle Uphoff *Regional Analysis and Outreach Manager* Minnesota and Twin Cities economy and job market, industry trends, workforce availability, recession impacts, industry clusters, technology issues, workforce demographics and shortages, commuting and laborsheds